Face-it system and method

ABSTRACT

A portable cosmetics case system designed to save space and offer a convenient means for transporting makeup materials. The device features an all-in-one, compact, and easy to use case that is ideal for use when out for the day, evening, or light travel. It holds liquids, powders, brushes, absorbable pads, a mirror, and other necessary items. The device includes a removable mirror with LED lighting to assist in makeup application. As designed it enables users to make touchups quickly and conveniently without needing to carry a bulky case.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATION(S)

The present application is related to and claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 62/757,678 filed Nov. 8, 2018, which is incorporated by reference herein in its entirety.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The following includes information that may be useful in understanding the present disclosure. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art nor material to the presently described or claimed inventions, nor that any publication or document that is specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The present invention relates generally to the field of cosmetics of existing art and more specifically relates to special receptacles and packages related to cosmetics.

RELATED ART

Many women wear makeup in modern society. Some women take makeup with them during the day in the event of needing mid-day touch-ups. It is not convenient to carry a makeup case throughout the day and therefore many simply throw single items into their purse or bag. Time is wasted searching through the purse for the items. Traveling with a makeup case is also a hassle and a full inventory of items is not always needed for a short trip. A suitable solution is desired.

U.S. Pat. No. 3,381,120 to Bernard L Fleisher et al. relates to a travel case with detachable illuminated cosmetic mirror. The described travel case includes a generally rectangular frame having considerable thickness and a largely hollow interior, a generally rectangular opening in the center of the frame, a mirror occupying the rectangular opening, four lamp recesses formed in the frame of which two are at one end of the frame and two are at the other end, and four lamps. Each of the four lamps occupies one of the recesses. There are separate sockets and reflectors for each of the lamps. The reflector illuminates the face of a user of the mirror while the mirror itself receives no direct illumination. The frame is formed of separate front and rear portions which are joined together so as to captivate the lamp sockets between them. The illuminated mirror can be attached to the inside lid of a travel case.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the known cosmetics art, the present disclosure provides a novel portable cosmetics case system. The general purpose of the present disclosure, which will be described subsequently in greater detail, is to provide an efficient and effective portable cosmetics case system.

A portable cosmetics case system is disclosed herein, the system comprising: a portable cosmetics case assembly having a body including a base and a lid; and a hinge; and a removable mirror with LED lighting. The base and the lid are movable in relation to each other via the hinge so it can be opened (for use) and closed (for transport). The base comprises compartments for removably securing cosmetic related products therein; and wherein the portable cosmetics case system is configured for remote transport of the cosmetic related products therein.

A method of use for a portable cosmetics case system is also disclosed herein, the method comprising the steps of: providing the portable cosmetics case system, the system comprising: a portable cosmetics case assembly having a body including a base and a lid; a hinge; a handle; and a removable mirror with LED lighting; providing non-liquid-cosmetics as inserted in trays; providing liquid-cosmetics in a sealable compartment; and using the removable mirror with LED lighting to apply the non-liquid-cosmetics and said liquid-cosmetics. The method may further comprise the step of using provided brushes with removable heads to apply the non-liquid-cosmetics and the liquid-cosmetics.

For purposes of summarizing the invention, certain aspects, advantages, and novel features of the invention have been described herein. It is to be understood that not necessarily all such advantages may be achieved in accordance with any one particular embodiment of the invention. Thus, the invention may be embodied or carried out in a manner that achieves or optimizes one advantage or group of advantages as taught herein without necessarily achieving other advantages as may be taught or suggested herein. The features of the invention which are believed to be novel are particularly pointed out and distinctly claimed in the concluding portion of the specification. These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following drawings and detailed description.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The figures which accompany the written portion of this specification illustrate embodiments and methods of use for the present disclosure, a portable cosmetics case system, constructed and operative according to the teachings of the present disclosure.

FIG. 1 is a perspective view of the portable cosmetics case system during an ‘in-use’ condition, according to an embodiment of the disclosure.

FIG. 2 is a perspective view of the portable cosmetics case system of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 3 is a perspective view of the portable cosmetics case system of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 4 is a perspective view of the portable cosmetics case system of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

FIG. 5 is a perspective view of the portable cosmetics case system of FIG. 1, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

The various embodiments of the present invention will hereinafter be described in conjunction with the appended drawings, wherein like designations denote like elements.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

As discussed above, embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a cosmetics case and more particularly to a perspective as used to improve the convenience of cosmetics application.

Generally, ‘Face-It by Jacqueline’ is portable cosmetics case system designed to reduce the space needed to carry and travel with cosmetics. The portable case may include a rectangular housing with an upper portion and a lower portion, wherein the two portions are preferably hinged together to allow for an open and a closed position. The upper portion of the case may include a removable mirror with LED illumination. The upper portion may include a plurality of compartments for removably securing cosmetic products, such as liquids, powders, and absorbent pads. Each of the compartments has a hinged lid. The case may include a plurality of brushes with interchangeable brush heads. The portable cosmetics case may include a padded handle or strap, which is located over the hinged portion of the housing.

Referring now more specifically to the drawings by numerals of reference, there is shown in FIGS. 1-5, various views of a portable cosmetics case system 100.

FIG. 1 shows a portable cosmetics case system 100 during an ‘in-use’ condition 50, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure. Here, the portable cosmetics case system 100 may be beneficial for use by a user to have means for portable application of cosmetics. As illustrated, the portable cosmetics case system 100 may include a portable cosmetics case assembly 110 having a body 112 including a base 114 and a lid 116; a hinge 118; and a removable mirror 120 with LED lighting 130 (the removable mirror 120 with LED lighting 130 may be integral with each other). The base 114 and the lid 116 are movable in relation to each other via the hinge 118 so it can be opened (for use) and closed (for transport); thus portable cosmetics case system 100 being readily portable. The base 114 comprises compartments 140 for removably securing cosmetic related products therein. As such the portable cosmetics case system 100 is configured for remote transport of the cosmetic related products therein. The cosmetic related products discussed herein are selected from the group consisting of liquids, powders and absorbent pads. Those with ordinary skill in the art will now appreciate that upon reading this specification and by their understanding the art of cosmetics as described herein, methods of containing liquids and solid versions of cosmetics will be understood by those knowledgeable in such art.

The portable cosmetics case assembly 110 of the portable cosmetics case system 100 may further comprising a handle 122; wherein the handle 122 preferably comprises padding as shown. In this way the present invention is comfortable to carry.

The compartments 140 may each comprise hinged-lids 142. Unhinged lids may also be used and certain embodiments may not comprise lids and may use covers or the like. Certain compartments 140 for containing liquids may be sealable via suitable means. As such, the compartments 140 are generally able to removably contain liquids, powders and absorbent pads. The compartments 140 may comprise tray-receivers 144 for receiving trays of cosmetics. Further, the compartments 140 are also able to removably contain a plurality of brushes; wherein the brushes may comprise interchangeable heads.

The removable mirror 120 with LED lighting 130 comprises powering means which may be integral with the removable mirror 120 and/or with the LED lighting 130 or may be housed in the lid 116, base 114 or body 112; wherein the powering means preferably comprises (DC) batteries. Other powering means may be used such as solar power or AC. The removable mirror 120 with LED lighting 130 may comprise embodiments such that the LED lighting 130 is integral with the mirror 120. In certain embodiments the LED lighting 130 is inset within the mirror 120 or is inset about a perimeter of the mirror 120 (slightly offset from the outer edge of the mirror 120). Those with ordinary skill in the art will now appreciate that upon reading this specification and by their understanding the art of powering and lighting as described herein, methods of powering the LED or other light forms will be understood by those knowledgeable in such art. Electrical wiring and connections are understood to be present as required to enable powering means to occur.

The handle 122 is preferably positioned over the hinge 118. Other orientations may be used. The base 114 and a lid 116 may comprise plastic such that the present invention is lightweight and durable. Other materials may be used.

According to one embodiment, the portable cosmetics case system 100 may be arranged as a kit. In particular, the portable cosmetics case system 100 may further include a set of instructions. The instructions may detail functional relationships in relation to the structure of the portable cosmetics case system 100 such that the portable cosmetics case system 100 can be used, maintained, or the like, in a preferred manner.

A method for using the portable cosmetics case system 100 may include one or more components or features of the portable cosmetics case system 100 as described above. As illustrated, the method for using the portable cosmetics case system 100 may include the steps of: step one providing the portable cosmetics case system, the system comprising: a portable cosmetics case assembly having a body including a base and a lid; a hinge; a handle; and a removable mirror with LED lighting; step two providing non-liquid-cosmetics as inserted in trays; step three providing liquid-cosmetics in a sealable compartment; and step four using the removable mirror with LED lighting to apply the non-liquid-cosmetics and the liquid-cosmetics. The method may further comprise the step five of using provided brushes with removable heads to apply the non-liquid-cosmetics and the liquid-cosmetics.

It should be noted that the steps described in the method of use can be carried out in many different orders according to user preference. The use of “step of” should not be interpreted as “step for”, in the claims herein and is not intended to invoke the provisions of 35 U. S.C. § 112(f). It should also be noted that, under appropriate circumstances, considering such issues as design preference, user preferences, marketing preferences, cost, structural requirements, available materials, technological advances, etc., other methods for portable cosmetics case system 100, are taught herein.

The embodiments of the invention described herein are exemplary and numerous modifications, variations and rearrangements can be readily envisioned to achieve substantially equivalent results, all of which are intended to be embraced within the spirit and scope of the invention. Further, the purpose of the foregoing abstract is to enable the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and the public generally, and especially the scientist, engineers and practitioners in the art who are not familiar with patent or legal terms or phraseology, to determine quickly from a cursory inspection the nature and essence of the technical disclosure of the application. 

What is claimed is new and desired to be protected by Letters Patent is set forth in the appended claims:
 1. A portable cosmetics case system, the system comprising: a portable cosmetics case assembly having a body including a base and a lid; and a hinge; and a removable mirror with LED lighting; wherein said base and said lid are movable in relation to each other via said hinge; wherein said base comprises compartments for removably securing cosmetic related products therein; and wherein said portable cosmetics case system is configured for remote transport of said cosmetic related products therein.
 2. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 1, further comprising a handle.
 3. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 2, wherein said handle comprises padding.
 4. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 1, wherein said cosmetic related products are selected from the group consisting of liquids, powders and absorbent pads.
 5. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 1, wherein the compartments each comprise hinged-lids.
 6. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 1, wherein the compartments are able to removably contain liquids, powders and absorbent pads.
 7. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 6, wherein the compartments are able to removably contain a plurality of brushes.
 8. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 7, wherein the brushes comprise interchangeable heads.
 9. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 1, wherein the removable mirror with LED lighting comprises powering means.
 10. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 9, wherein the powering means comprises batteries.
 11. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 3, wherein the handle is positioned over the hinge.
 12. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 1, wherein the base and the lid comprise plastic.
 13. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 1, wherein the removable mirror with LED lighting comprises said LED lighting integral with said mirror.
 14. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 13, wherein the LED lighting is inset within said mirror.
 15. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 13, wherein the LED lighting is inset about a perimeter of said mirror.
 16. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 1, wherein the compartments comprise tray-receivers.
 17. A portable cosmetics case system, the system comprising: a portable cosmetics case assembly having a body including a base and a lid; and a hinge; a handle; and a removable mirror with LED lighting; wherein the base and the lid are movable in relation to each other via the hinge; wherein the handle comprises padding; wherein the base comprises compartments for removably securing cosmetic related products therein; wherein a portion of the compartments comprise tray-receivers; wherein the compartments are able to removably contain liquids, powders and absorbent pads; wherein the removable mirror with LED lighting comprises powering means; wherein the powering means comprises batteries; and wherein the portable cosmetics case system is configured for remote transport of the cosmetic related products therein.
 18. The portable cosmetics case system of claim 17, further comprising set of instructions; and wherein the portable cosmetics case system is arranged as a kit.
 19. A method of use for a portable cosmetics case system, the method comprising the steps of: providing the portable cosmetics case system, the system comprising: a portable cosmetics case assembly having a body including a base and a lid; and a hinge; a handle; and a removable mirror with LED lighting; providing non-liquid-cosmetics as inserted in trays; providing liquid-cosmetics in a sealable compartment; and using said removable mirror with LED lighting to apply said non-liquid-cosmetics and said liquid-cosmetics.
 20. The method of claim 19, further comprising the step of using provided brushes with removable heads to apply said non-liquid-cosmetics and said liquid-cosmetics. 